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$150+ Cheap flights from Maryland to Santa Barbara (SBA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — SBA
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Maryland to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Maryland to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$294
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$150
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$386
From Maryland to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Maryland to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Maryland to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/47:00 amDCA - SBA
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/65:30 amSBA - DCA
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/123:56 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/146:25 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/257:00 amIAD - SBA
1 stop14h 39mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/37:29 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop9h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/16$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/231:40 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 28mDelta
Fri 8/298:13 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/17$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/256:27 amIAD - SBA
2 stops12h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/312:23 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/18$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/184:40 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Sat 8/235:25 amSBA - DCA
2 stops13h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/16$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/231:35 pmBWI - SBA
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Sun 8/318:13 amSBA - BWI
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/17$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/209:55 amPHL - SBA
1 stop10h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/256:52 pmSBA - PHL
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/127:22 amIAD - SBA
2 stops11h 45mDelta
Thu 8/145:00 pmSBA - IAD
2 stops13h 12mDelta
Deal found 6/16$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:15 amBWI - SBA
2 stops10h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/66:00 amSBA - BWI
2 stops10h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1212:18 pmPHL - SBA
1 stop10h 50mDelta
Sat 8/165:00 pmSBA - PHL
1 stop9h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/16$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/15:30 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/512:10 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/15$348

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Maryland to Santa Barbara that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Maryland

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/4

7:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 59m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/6

5:30 am-3:06 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$294

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/12

3:56 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/14

6:25 pm-5:24 am

1 stop7h 59m

$294

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/25

7:00 am-6:39 pm

1 stop14h 39m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

7:29 pm-7:32 am

1 stop9h 03m

$298

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/23

1:40 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/30

8:13 am-6:52 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$299

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/25

6:27 am-4:09 pm

2 stops12h 42m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

12:23 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$304

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/18

4:40 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/23

5:25 am-9:35 pm

2 stops13h 10m

$315

BaltimoreSanta Barbara

BWI - SBA

BWISBA

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/23

1:35 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/31

8:13 am-8:51 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$329

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Wed 8/20

6:30 am-11:59 am

1 stop8h 29m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

1:01 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$337

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/12

7:22 am-4:07 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/14

5:00 pm-9:12 am

2 stops13h 12m

$339

BaltimoreSanta Barbara

BWI - SBA

BWISBA

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/4

6:15 am-1:50 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/6

6:00 am-7:12 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$339

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Maryland to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Maryland to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Maryland to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $477). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated June 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Maryland to Santa Barbara. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,810 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Maryland to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Maryland?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Maryland, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Maryland to Santa Barbara one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $150. Delta flights start at $155 while deals on United Airlines start at $165 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Maryland to Santa Barbara?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Santa Barbara or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Santa Barbara, Philadelphia - Santa Barbara is the most popular route from Maryland to Santa Barbara.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Maryland to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Maryland to Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Maryland to Santa Barbara?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Maryland to Santa Barbara.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Maryland to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Maryland to Santa Barbara by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Maryland to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Maryland to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $477). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Maryland to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Maryland to Santa Barbara. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$307Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$343Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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